HC PROGRESS (IMO 9477206)
HC PROGRESS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 92,418 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 50,888, and a length overall of 235 metres. This size and capacity are typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional dry bulk transport. HC PROGRESS is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the New Guinea Pacific regions. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 24 January 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 477149800
- Call sign: VRWY3
- Gross tonnage: 50888
- Deadweight: 92418 t
- Length overall: 235 m
- Beam: 43 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 23/11/2023, Newcastle (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/01/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: HONG KONG HAICHANG HOLDINGS (China)
- Last AIS position: 3°36.3′N · 137°29.6′E · Speed 11.0 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 17:14 UTC
- Destination: Newcastle (AU NTL) · ETA 24 October 2026 at 05:25 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HC PROGRESS?
HC PROGRESS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the dimensions of HC PROGRESS?
The vessel has a length overall of 235 metres and a beam of 43 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 92,418 metric tonnes.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The current class status for the vessel is recorded as Withdrawn.
What is the PSC inspection history for HC PROGRESS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 January 2026. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2010 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 23 November 2023.
Where has HC PROGRESS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the New Guinea Pacific. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand region.
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